71.   But lawmakers were unable to do much to allow graduate schools and professional schools in Texas to compete with out-of-state schools for minority students and diversity in enrollments.

72.   But lawmakers are still a long way from agreeing on a plan.

73.   But lawmakers were equally critical of federal authorities.

74.   But lawmakers were still working Thursday night to settle a dispute over one provision with President Clinton, and they seemed far from an agreement.

75.   But lawmakers were unable to agree on how to provide coverage without forcing all employers to help pay for insurance.

76.   But many lawmakers were ready to spend more on research even before the lobbyists launched their campaign.

77.   But lawmakers on Capitol Hill were critical.

78.   But lawmakers will be under more pressure to declare their views when Congress returns from vacation starting next week.

79.   But neither the president nor gun-control lawmakers were ready to give up on efforts to enact legislation this year.

80.   But not every lawmaker is so inclined.